May 17, 7:48 a.m.: It’s actually the maximum $950K entry-level cap hit for Tsyplakov, per CapFriendly. He’ll earn a base salary of $885K and a $95K signing bonus, plus up to $1MM in potential performance bonuses. If assigned to the minors, he’ll earn an $82.5K salary. May 16, 2:07 p.m.: Tsyplakov’s deal will carry a $925K cap hit, Sears reports. May 16, 1:50 p.m.: This summer’s … [Read more...] about Islanders Sign Maxim Tsyplakov To Entry-Level Contract
Todd McLellan Has Interviewed With Devils, Jets
In addition to previous connections with the Kraken and Maple Leafs, Todd McLellan has now also interviewed with the Devils and Jets for their head coaching vacancies, reports Pierre LeBrun of TSN and The Athletic. He’s not viewed as the clear front-runner for any of the four jobs he’s in consideration for, but interest is growing in his services as the number of league-wide … [Read more...] about Todd McLellan Has Interviewed With Devils, Jets
Chris Kreider Cleared To Play In Game 6
The Hurricanes will be without defenseman Brett Pesce as they try and stave off elimination for a third straight game against the Rangers tonight, head coach Rod Brind’Amour confirmed (via Cory Lavalette of the North State Journal). He’s ramped up practicing with the team as he tries to return from a lower-body injury, but he’ll miss his ninth straight contest. Pesce hasn’t … [Read more...] about Chris Kreider Cleared To Play In Game 6
NHL-Affiliated Prospects Playing In 2024 Memorial Cup
The field for the 2024 Memorial Cup, the top club tournament in junior hockey, is set. The QMJHL’s Drummondville Voltigeurs, the OHL’s London Knights and the WHL’s Moose Jaw Warriors all swept their respective league championship series within the last two days to advance to the CHL championship tournament, joining the host Saginaw Spirit of the OHL. This year marks the first … [Read more...] about NHL-Affiliated Prospects Playing In 2024 Memorial Cup
Devils Re-Sign Brian Halonen, Samuel Laberge
The Devils re-signed depth winger Brian Halonen to a two-year, two-way deal on Thursday, per a team announcement. His extension will cost $775K against the cap when he’s on the NHL roster. New Jersey also inked forward Samuel Laberge to a one-year, two-way extension worth $775K in the NHL. Halonen, 25, was set to be a restricted free agent this summer after completing his … [Read more...] about Devils Re-Sign Brian Halonen, Samuel Laberge